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A J Balukoff, candidate for governor

As the Boise school trustee launches his second run for governor, he is promising to push for pre-K and college affordability.

Private school scholarship bill draws large crowd

Statehouse roundup, 2.23.18: On a busy Friday, a bill to move school board elections clears a hurdle, and state superintendent Sherri Ybarra’s rural school bill returns.

Unabridged, and official: Senate OKs science standards

The Senate Education Committee’s 6-3 vote brings an end to a three-year debate — and leaves references to climate change intact.

UPDATED: House Ed passes charter school bill after agenda discrepancy

Legislators voted on a bill that was not on the agenda. A secretary said the mistake was a typo.

Committee to accept remote testimony on firearms safety bill

Residents may testify at one of six regional sites Monday, but they must sign up before 9 a.m. Sunday.

Idaho schools use a range of safety protocols, including guns

Here’s a look at how some approach safety in the age of mass shootings.

New Plymouth principal resigns for good this time

Longtime Idaho educator and political insider says he’s ready for a new adventure after weeks of turmoil in his hometown.

Free speech bill emerges; adult completer scholarship gets a hearing

Statehouse roundup, 2.21.18: The Senate Education Committee takes no action on Gov. Butch Otter’s proposal to get college scholarships into the hands of older students. A vote is expected Thursday.